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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 2-In Detroit bankruptcy trial, union says city had pensions in sight DETROIT, Oct 23 (Reuters) - A trial on Detroit's eligibility for bankruptcy protection kicked off on Wednesday with opponents claiming the city tried to bypass restrictions on cutting workers'... Santander poised for big profit jump as bad debt provisions fall MADRID, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Santander, the euro zone's biggest bank, and two smaller rivals are expected to reveal a surge in profits when they report nine-month results on Thursday due largely to a reduction in bad debt provisions. T Magazine On View | Sophie Calle Mounts an Exhibition of Missing Art Last Seen, at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, is a meditation on the theft from that institution of 13 works more than two decades ago. Second rare oarfish carcass found on California coast (Reuters) - A rare oarfish has washed up on the California coast for the second time in less than a week, authorities said, leaving experts stumped. James Bond, Jeeves and Philip Marlowe Return in New Books William Boyds new James Bond book, Solo, written nearly 50 years after the death of Bonds creator, Ian Fleming, is just one in a deluge of revivals of beloved characters like Jeeves and Hercule Poirot. Detained Saudi blogger 'hopeful' As a campaign for Saudi women to defy the driving ban in their country heats up, one of the country's leading female bloggers was detained in Riyadh on Thursday after a woman she was with did just that. Fidelity Contrafund adds to Google stake, sees payoff BOSTON (Reuters) - Fidelity Investments' $101 billion Contrafund added to its industry-leading stake in Google Inc in the third quarter, and got a payoff on Friday as the Internet company's stock... Edwards killed in Australian crash Sean Edwards, one of Britain's most promising racing drivers, has been killed in a crash at the Queensland Raceway in Australia. Lawmakers hover as more homeowners rent rooms to visitors LONDON (Reuters) - For British student Carly Connor a trip to London for a city break would be impossible if she had to pay for a hotel so instead she rents a room in a Londoner's home. In Practice Tea Party Group Begins Anti-Health Care Law Blitz in Four House Districts Americans for Prosperity is starting a $2 million campaign of television, radio and Internet advertisements aimed at lawmakers facing tough re-election battles in four swing districts. Theater Review RoosevElvis Mashes Identities at the Bushwick Starr A South Dakotan takes on her inner Elvis, and channels support from Theodore Roosevelt, in the TEAM companys new buddy comedy at the Bushwick Starr. Webb Simpson Wins in Las Vegas Webb Simpson got the fast start he has looking for in the final round at TPC Summerlin and in the PGA Tour's new wraparound season. In Practice Sebelius Names Administration Veteran to Lead Tech Repair Efforts Kathleen Sebelius, President Obamas health secretary, named Jeffrey D. Zients, a management trouble-shooter and veteran of the White House budget office, to manage the effort to resolve the technical failures of the online insurance exchange Mariah's back with a new song The singer is set to release a new single, "The Art of Letting Go," on November 11. CeeLo Green, Star of NBCs The Voice, Faces Drug Charge The entertainer is accused of giving the drug ecstasy to a 33-year-old woman while they were eating at a restaurant in July 2012. Your solstice traditions If Stonehenge is anything to go by, summer celebrations have a millennia-old history. While the ancient druids may have commemorated the fertility of the season, many of us are just happy to get outdoors. Vatican suspends German bishop amid spending investigation The Vatican said Wednesday it has suspended a German bishop who has come under fire for his extravagant lifestyle. Bits Start-Up Reinvents the Bicycle Wheel Superpedestrian announced Monday that it will begin selling the Copenhagen Wheel, which can make any bicycle into a motorized hybrid e-bike. Youre the Boss Blog Is It Harder to Pitch a Professional or a Family Member? What Lessons Have You Learned About Dealing With Investors? T Magazine Feeling For | Mens Watches with Classic Appeal These streamlined, low-tech timepieces are dressy enough to go with any suit. Ballet Gambles With Flash and Sparkle With "Le Corsaire" and a new star dancer, Tamara Rojo hopes to start the transformation of the English National into a higher-profile ensemble. ATT posts revenue slightly below Wall Street expectations NEW YORK, Oct 23 (Reuters) - ATT Inc on Wednesday posted quarterly revenue that was slightly below Wall Street expectations, but net income rose 4.9 percent. Merkel win another step toward EU reforms Rehn German Chancellor Angela Merkel's victory signals a "strong sense of continuity" as the EU moves forward with reforms and toward a banking union, says European Commission Vice President Olli Rehn in an interview with Reuters Editor-in-Chief Stephen Adler. Bits Blog Nokias New Tablet Arrives Ahead of Microsoft Deal Microsoft will soon have to integrate Nokias devices business, but for now, Nokia is forging ahead with a Windows tablet similar to Microsofts Surface 2, which goes on sale today. The Yeti mystery solved? Research by a leading UK geneticist may have unlocked the truth about the Yeti, or Abominable Snowman -- after hair samples from two mystery animals proved to be a genetic match to an ancient polar bear. T Magazine In Store | Azzedine Alaas New Paris Boutique Is All Curves The reclusive designers new shop, in an 18th-century mansion off Avenue Montaigne, is the perfect setting for his seductive dresses. Robbie Williams and Ellie Goulding among big winners at Q Awards Robbie Williams was declared a pop idol at the Q Awards, with other winners including Ellie Goulding and the Pet Shop Boys. Edward Baran reports. Al Qaeda suspect denies charges An alleged al Qaeda operative accused of playing a role in the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombings pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges brought against him. World Briefing | Middle East Israel Jerusalem Mayor Re-elected The secular mayor of Jerusalem, Nir Barkat, won a second term on Tuesday after fending off a hard-fought challenge. U.S. agencies moving slowly to tighten data security, despite major leaks WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Despite saying they suffered major damage from classified documents made public by an Army soldier and a National Security Agency contractor, U.S. government agencies have fallen behind in installing computer software to stop such leaks, U.S. officials say. Books of The Times Autobiography, a Book by Morrissey Morrisseys Autobiography is the memoir of a pop stars constant balancing between ordinariness and glamour. R.O.T.C. Making Cuts to Expand Recruiting The Army has decided to close R.O.T.C. programs at 13 universities, many in the South, as part of an effort to broaden its recruiting elsewhere, including in major cities. Recipes for Health Noodle Bowl With Broccoli and Smoked Trout A filling but light meal in a bowl that works with fish or tofu. On Pro Football Gamesmanship Continues to Color Jets-Patriots Rivalry Jets Coach Rex Ryan declined to say whether his staff asked officials to watch the Patriots, whose penalty led to the Jets game-winning field goal, with increased vigilance on Sunday. Giants 23, Vikings 7 Throwback Night as Giants Earn First Victory The Giants defense recovered two fumbles and Eli Manning led the offense on multiple scoring drives to leave the home crowd cheering and happy for the first time in nearly 300 days. Well Everyday Jet Lag How sleeping against type can affect your health. UK peer-to-peer lender Funding Circle expands with U.S. deal LONDON, Oct 24 (Reuters) - A British website which enables members of the public to lend to small businesses is expanding into the United States via a merger with another so-called 'peer-to-peer' lender. Oil Companies Are Sued for Waste of Natural Gas Owners of mineral rights filed 10 suits to obtain royalties lost when the natural gas produced in oil drilling in North Dakota is burned. Seoul's 'Gangnam Style' police The uniforms of Seoul's new tourist police force were designed by "Gangnam Style" singer Psy's costume designer. Reviving Italy's 'Old Lady' If the "Old Lady" of Italian football needs a sharp reminder of where she wants to be, Wednesday's European Champions League clash should provide it.

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